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X987 OAG

2000 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,191 mi
Last recorded121,191 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 2000 Saab 9-393,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX987 OAG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2014 121,191 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 116,399 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 105,338 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 97,270 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 97,270 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Jul 2010 89,650 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 89,650 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 83,250 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 75,337 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 75,337 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 67,578 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 60,413 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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X987 OAG is a 2000 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 93,562 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X987 OAG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X987 OAG registered?

X987 OAG is a 2000 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 November 2000.

Is X987 OAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X987 OAG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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